JOTW 11-2010

Join more than 1,400 communication professionals from 40 countries at IABC's 2010 World Conference, happening 6–9 June in Toronto. Keynoters include Guy Kawasaki and the Kielburger brothers. Visit http://www.iabc.com/wc for program details and online registration.

–^———————————————————————————————-

JOTW 10-2010

15 March 2010

www.nedsjotw.com

“Television, I would say, isn't an advertising medium. It's a selling medium.”

– William S. Paley

Correction: last week’s JOTW was listed as JOTW 09-2010. It should have been JOTW 10-2010. This issue is correctly listed as JOTW 11-2010.

Welcome to the JOTW network.

This issue comes to you from the Kingdom of Bahrain.

This is the award-winning free Job of the Week e-mail networking newsletter for professional communicators, dedicated to the positive unanticipated consequences of networking, or as we call it, “nedworking.” JOTW is a cooperative service. That means JOTW relies on the contributions of its members, like you. We share job opportunities, news and information about the job market, as well as swapping stories about life's peculiarities. We connect you with others who are like you, and together we help each other. What a concept. So, ask yourself, when was the last time I contributed something to share with me fellow nedworkers?

How does it work? First of all, it doesn't cost you a cent. If you find out about a job opportunity in communications, send it to me (lundquist989@cs.com), and I'll share it with the JOTW network. It's that simple. And we share dozens of opportunities each week. Did I mention it was free? Your friends can sign up by sending a blank e-mail

to JOTW-subscribe@topica.com. It's free for them, too.

You are among 11,479 subscribers in this community of communicators.

This is newsletter number 821.

This network is all about connecting communicators and sharing opportunities. And speaking of sharing, since the JOTW newsletter was started, more than 25,000 job opportunities have been listed and shared with members of this network. 28,040 to be exact, as of this morning.

I can’t change your e-mail address for you. But you can. Send a blank e-mail from your old account to JOTW-unsubscribe@topica.com. Then send a blank e-mail from your new account to JOTW-subscribe@topica.com.

If you can read this newsletter, then you are on the JOTW list. If you did not receive your JOTW newsletter by email in your in box this morning, it is because you have a junk mail folder, spam filter, or capacity issues on your end.

In this issue:

(To view these jobs, scroll down to the listings in the content of this newsletter)

I am Cynthia J. Starks; I write speeches for leaders in business, education and government. I have had my own speechwriting business for some 15 years. Prior to that, I was an executive speechwriter at IBM, United Technologies and Southern New England Telecommunications (SNET). Freelance speechwriting clients have included the president of Pratt & Whitney, the chairman of Deloitte & Touche, the president of Connecticut College, and many IBM and SNET senior executives. I believe a great speech invites an audience to embrace a cause larger than themselves, thereby encouraging them to make a “dent in the universe.” I write a twice-weekly blog on speechwriting at www.starkscommunications.com/blog. I was born and raised in Connecticut, but am now happily living in the Indianapolis area. My clients are nationwide, and I can be reached at 317-344-2394; at cstarks@starkscommunications.com, and on my web site, www.starkscommunications.com. I look forward to providing wonderful speeches that address your business and communications problems.

*** Career Advice Sought from JOTW network:

Dear Ned,

I read the great questions that one of your readers posted. I too would love to get a job with the federal government but after repeatedly sending my resume to various agencies I have not gotten any responses. If you have suggestions and or receive responses, I would love to have them forwarded to me.

Thank you,

Valerie Taylor, M.A., APR

“Be generous with your compliments”

*** From Ken Frager:

Ned,

For your career advice seeker I wanted to give my own observations and experiences on his questions.

I applaud your interest in keeping your resume short and concise…I think that is certainly the best approach. But I also have found that it may not be possible to say what needs to be said on a resume in one page. I have more than 20 years experience in PR and marketing, but I have been in many different jobs and have been responsible for many different types of things. My resume has changed substantially over the years and currently I provide some very specific examples of the types of work that I have done for my last five jobs (equal to 12 years) because they are the most relevant to my career path. I do list the earlier positions, because I think that is important, but without much detail. At the same time, depending on the type of job I was seeking I tailored the resume to align with the job requirement…that is critical.

I am currently a Federal employee, but it did not come easy. In fact I have been focused on USAJobs for more than five years and the position I am currently in wasn't originally posted on USAJobs…it started as a contract position and came to me through some mutual contacts. I actually applied to one position six different times…the position would be postponed or filled by someone with priority status who would then leave the job quickly…and was a finalist five times. The sixth time I never even got through HR for an interview and it was the exact same position! Don't give up on Federal positions, but don't restrict yourself to USAJobs. Different Federal organizations also may be using other job search tools. Relationships are critical in the job market these days, but at the same time, you can't be so aggressive that you become annoying. I use LinkedIn and Facebook for networking, but as you said, nothing beats face-to-face. But don't just show up and say hi, I want to be hired. Attend networking events and don't get so engrossed in one person that you miss someone else. Use the event to meet different people and gain insight into their organizations and needs.

Hope this helps in some way.

Ken

*** From Kevin Nolan:

Ned,

The last JOTW had the following question:

“…instead of e-mailing a resume/online

applications, since the best jobs usually aren’t advertised and most

e-mailed resumes ignored…How effective do you think this strategy is?

Most of the H.R. departments I’ve called just refer me to their jobs

website and end the call – Would showing up in person work better? I ask

because there are some specific corporations I want to seek out in other

cities, and should I go there? I didn’t want to be turned away at the

front desk…”

My response: Spend a bit more time on the company’s website. Most companies have a page named “Executive Team,” so look for the VP of communications or marketing or public affairs. Then call the company and ask for that person. You could also call the main number and ask to speak to whoever has that role. Spend a few minutes on the phone first. But visiting the company in person with no appointment is a bad idea. Just a few hours ago, someone walked into an office building here in Dallas and killed people in cold blood. You want to be a problem solver, not a stalker.

*** This has been a busy week for the Lundquist Family. We enjoyed a vacation at the Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club Resort, and did the kinds of things that tourists do when they come to Hawaii, like go on a whale watch cruise – yes we saw humpbacks and spinner dolphins and flying fish – and visit the Arizona Memorial and go to the Ploynesian Cultural Center; and the things that kamaaina do because they live here (Laura was born and raised in Hawaii), like eat hot malasadas from Leonard’s Bakery, or manapua from Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine.

Our Delta flight to Atlanta on the return was delayed three hours. We had a tight transfer as it was – 50 minutes – for our connection to DCA. When we arrived we raced all the way from the far end of the E concourse to the other end of the A concourse of the world’s busiest airport. The next flight to DC was at 11:20 and we knew we wouldn’t get on. We were “rebooked” on a 4:20 flight, and I had to get home and turn around and head out again for a flight to Kuwait at 10:15 that evening.

We were on the standby list…in fact, we were number one on the standby list of 78 names. Yes we got on, along with an Army 0-5 coming home from Afghanistan for a week with his family. He got a seat in first class.

*** IABC 2010 World Conference

Join more than 1,400 communication professionals from 40 countries at IABC's 2010 World Conference, happening 6–9 June in Toronto. Keynoters include Guy Kawasaki and the Kielburger brothers. Visit http://www.iabc.com/wc for program details and online registration.

*** Time to get real, get authentic, get engaged – with Real SMM. Dave Van de Walle and the team at Area 224 are partnering with Jim Alexander from Socially Mediated to launch “Real SMM” – and JOTW readers can join in for the “Silver” package of unlimited access to training webinars and coaching sessions for one low monthly price: $97. Just use the official JOTW affiliate link here – http://realsmm.com/jotw and you'll be ready to go. Weekly webinars on industry topics in social media marketing, training sessions on the latest tools and strategies, and group “mastermind” sessions with others – there's something here for every corporate communications pro that needs to understand Social Media.

*** Use this special JOTW code and save 20% on IABC Knowledge centre stuff:

Coupon Code JOTW20

http://iabcstore.com/sale.htm

*** The JOTW 2010 Survey:

The JOTW 2010 Survey officially ended yesterday with a total of 955 responses, an 8.3 percent response rate. This compares with 945 responses to the 2007 survey and 1,036 responses to the 2006 survey.

We have some awesome prizes which will be awarded to names drawn at random from among those who participated as a way of saying thank you.

Here are some answers to one of the survey questions:

Would you consider purchasing any of the following services from potential JOTW sponsors?

Health Insurance 23.7% 199

Professional Journals and Training Materials 58.6% 491

Training and Continuing Education Courses 67.8% 568

Association Memberships 58.1% 487

Wine, Beer and Gourmet Products 32.5% 272

Travel and Leisure Products 37.6% 315

Show repliesOther (please specify) 5.8% 49

*** Some Survey feedback:

JOTW is the BEST. I will always read it, whether I'm looking or not!

Outstanding for leads and entertainment.

It provides a very unique variety of potential positions and additional information that I don't think could be found anywhere else. Wed, Feb 10, 2010 4:43 PM

It would be helpful to localize.

I just found out about the email recently. I had no idea there were so many other offerings.

I share this newsletter with everyone who asks me about jobs. And, if I ever get to post a job, I'm coming to Ned!

I wish the newsletter was easier to read vs. all text.

A fun, useful, supportive community.

I appreciate Ned providing the JOTW newsletter. I got my last full-time job through it.

I've been a JOTW member/reader since the earliest days, and while it has expanded to the point that some of its diverse offerings are no longer relevant to me, the core resources are still top-notch.

JOTW is wonderful! I have learned about many great jobs and know one of them will hit. Thank you for given me an opportunity to take the world by storm and its free! 🙂 But more importantly it gives me a place to find a voice.

Stop the silliness of much commentary and get serious. I would never share JOTW with a non-communicator

*** What do you think communicators should do in the coming decade to change the world? (These are just a few of the 287 thought provoking responses.)

Consistently tell the truth and serve as a two-way link between organizations and their publics.

Commit to ethical standards in communication that result in reduced consumption, increased public engagement in global & environmental issues, and improved integrity of corporate entities.

Be honest. If claiming to do journalism, do real journalism not advocacy. If doing advocacy, be honest about content and about what you are doing.

Participate in small “d” democracy.

Help organizations to see the value in their employees and really catering more to them. I think they cater for the “fluff” effect not really to change behavior and quality of output. If companies really demonstrated they valued the employee, I think companies could prosper more. Communicators can make this transaction occur!

Work together to abolish “text speak,” like LOL, ROTFLMAO, etc. Professionals should be demoted for using these terms, even on cell phones. Also, we should promote ways to more effectively using e-mail subject lines. With inboxes filled to the brim, the 15th “reply all” to a message should have the 15th new subject line. (Ned’s comment: WTF?)

Stop selling social media snake oil.

Tell the truth. Be an advocate for employees. Not be snarky. Protect the English language. And remember that the USA is no longer the center of the Universe.

Stop whining.

*** IABC/DC Metro Chapter Meeting – Down But Not Out: Job Hunting In A Recession

Event: IABC/DC Metro Chapter Meeting

Date: April 8

Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Hamilton Crowne Plaza [www.crowneplaza.com

1001 14th Street, NW

Washington, DC 20005

(Intersection of K and 14th, NW)

Parking: $6 valet at the hotel

Metro: Orange/Blue Lines – McPherson Square (14th Street exit)

Cost: $40 for members

$30 for students

$45 for guests accompanying members

$55 for nonmembers

NOTE: Rates apply to registrations made online by midnight on Tuesday, April 6. Add $10 to registrations made online thereafter; $20 for event-day registration and walk-ins.

Down But Not Out: Job Hunting In A Recession

Times are tough for folks everywhere, including communication professionals in the Capital Region. But while signs of a recovery are increasingly more visible, finding that new job isn't easy. So what's next? How can we find a job in this new economic environment? What can we do to look better in the eyes of potential employers?

Join IABC/Washington for a discussion on HR, hiring practices in the communication profession and how job seekers can put their best foot forward.

This month, we present Ned Lundquist, ABC, brains behind Ned's Job of the Week [hyperlink to www.nedsjotw.com], a weekly portal featuring a listing of various communication positions from around the country, Heather R. Huhman [hyperlink to www.twitter.com/heatherhuhman ], founder and president of Come Recommended [hyperlink to www.comerecommended.com ], and Kate Perrin, president of Professional Solutions [link to www.PRstaffing.com ] and longtime member of the IABC/Washington.

Our panelists will discuss the current communication environment, the impact of the generational divide on our organizations, tips on using social media for a job search, and how senior professionals can remain competitive in the job market. Jakub M. Konysz (@jkonysz), PR manger at ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership [www.asaecenter.org] and co-VP of professional development for IABC/Washington will moderate the discussion.

SAIC is a FORTUNE 500® scientific, engineering, and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy and the environment, critical infrastructure, and health. For more information, visit www.saic.com. SAIC: From Science to Solutions®.

SAIC Communications is seeking a Director of Employee Communications who will join a team of experienced, successful communicators who are delivering outstanding products to an international workforce. The Director of Employee Communications will be responsible for helping to inform a workforce of 45,000 smart, educated men and women of diverse backgrounds and fostering an environment of engagement and alignment with company objectives and strategies. Media will include an award-winning intranet, print publications, broadcast email and webcasts, among others.

Job Description:

This Director of Employee Communications will contribute to communication strategy and planning, advising and supporting company managers on employee communications, gathering and writing employee communications, and shepherding these communications through reviews and approvals. The individual may also supervise others in the department. The chosen individual must have a basic understanding of the requirements of communication of human resources policies and practices. This individual will understand and communicate business, financial and technical information clearly and accurately to employees and management. This includes the ability to translate material specific to one discipline into language readily accessible to all while maintaining accuracy and readability.

Required skills:

Qualified candidates must have at least ten (10) years of experience with a strong emphasis in employee communication, internal company journalism, or comparable work, and must be familiar with Associated Press style. Candidates must be able to demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. Copy-editing and proofing skills are also required. Individual must be competent in the use of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Must be able to work with managers and employees of all levels in advising and gathering, preparing and vetting material in a poised and tactful manner.

Desired skills:

Successful experience in managing others in employee communications is a plus.

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

Aon Corporation is the leading global provider of risk management services, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, and human capital consulting. Through its 36,000 colleagues worldwide, Aon readily delivers distinctive client value via innovative and effective risk management and workforce productivity solutions. Our industry-leading global resources, technical expertise and industry knowledge are delivered locally through more than 500 offices in more than 120 countries. Aon was named the world's best broker by Euromoney magazine's 2008 Insurance Survey. In 2008, Aon ranked highest on the Business Insurance ranking of the world's largest insurance brokers based on commercial retail, wholesale, reinsurance and personal lines brokerage revenues. Aon also was ranked by A.M. Best as the number one insurance broker based on brokerage revenues in 2007 and 2008, and was voted best insurance intermediary, best reinsurance intermediary, and best employee benefits consulting firm in 2007 and 2008 by the readers of Business Insurance.

Aon Reed Stenhouse is the Canadian insurance brokerage and risk management arm of Aon Corporation. We are one of the fastest-growing companies in the dynamic, fast-paced insurance industry. Our Canadian network of 26 offices works with teams around the world to deliver innovative and effective solutions to our clients.

DESCRIPTION:

Execute the strategic development and delivery of high quality HR Communications for Aon Canada.

Aon's professionals are unwavering in their client focus and integrity. We promote professional development & apply a disciplined, non-bureaucratic approach to help our clients realize their business potential. Drawing on our experienced team as a competitive advantage, Aon employees have the freedom to take risk, foster innovation, champion for change and replicate best practices.

For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at http://www.aon.com.

Aon is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce.

Please Apply via www.aon.com/careers

APPLY FOR THIS JOB

Contact Person: Patricia Mauricio

Email Address: patricia.mauricio@aon.ca

Phone: 416-868-5548

Fax: 416-868-5502

http://jobs.iabc.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=65&jb=6583949

3.) Publicity Manager, Stanford University Press, Stanford, CA

http://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=175422913

4.) Research and Communications Manager, Population Services International, Juba, Sudan

Job Description: Demonstrated abilities to edit articles for content, grammar and style, to write clearly on economic and finance topics, to work with authors and editors, and to manage the publications’ work flow. Edit and manage the Research Department’s general interest and Internet publications, including Southwest Economy and Economic Letter. Writing assignments include speeches and op-ed articles for senior management. Accomplish assigned duties through written communications, speeches and personal contact.

Candidates must apply through the Dallas Fed's job site:

http://dallasfed.org/careers/careers.cfm

15.) Communication for Development Specialist, United Nations Children's Fund, New Delhi, India

Closing Date – 26 Mar 2010

http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-83DRGW

16.) Manager of Marketing and Communications, Town of Banff, Banff, Alberta, Canada

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

You’re as comfortable setting strategy as you are writing an article or ad. You love issues management and developing integrated marketing and communications solutions that are results driven. You have proven media handling skills and are regarded for your business acumen. The idea of juggling multiple projects thrills you. You thrive under pressure.

The Town of Banff is offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to a communications professional looking to marry a passion for your profession with your passion for the mountain landscape and all that it represents.

We are a fast moving, progressive government that delivers the highest quality of life to our residents and experiences for our visitors. We also offer one great work environment where you will have the chance to manage and motivate a team committed to delivering on the Town’s strategic priorities.

The day to day work includes keeping the world informed on what we’re doing, keeping residents in the loop on decision making and preventing information gaps throughout our organization and amongst our key stakeholder groups. An understanding of and experience in political environments, confidence in providing strategic counsel, expert communication planning, marketing savvy and writing skills are necessities for this role.

Job Requirements

If you’re a strategic thinker with over ten years experience in marketing and corporate communications, contact us today. Accreditation in IABC or CPRS will be considered an asset. Post secondary education in a related field is a must.

Preference given to those applicants who have earned the Accredited Business Communicator designation.

Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or Communication

Experience: Must have at least 5 years of experience working as an editor for trade publications.

Work Expertise: Editing, writing, management of staff, learning to be an expert in various industries, proven ability that you can be successful without much oversight or supervision…must be a true team player and understand how to work with clients in a harmonious and successful manner. Personal communication skills a must.

Personal Attributes: Energetic, creative, friendly, fun, inquisitive, self-motivated, work in a team atmosphere, comfortable working for a small company

Description of job: This position is responsible for four vertical trade magazines that that are the ‘voices’ of their respective industries (3 Construction and 1 courier/logistics). This is a hands-on position where the successful candidate will be a writer, editor, have creative input, team leader, a person who will work hard to understand and know what is going on in the industries these publications represent … in short, a person who knows how to communicate through the written word and wants to wear many hats. Additionally, this position will require some travel, knowledge of websites, webinars and the effective use social media platforms.

The team that this position interfaces with includes an advertising/marketing person, writer, creative department (IT and Graphics) plus the publisher. We are a small company located in Kansas City.

The ideal person is someone who is looking to utilize all of their skills and personality to help us grow this small publishing endeavor not only from an editorial content point of view but growth in circulation and value to our readers. Experience in construction and/or courier/logistics a plus.

Submission Requirements: Please include your resume, a letter outlining some of your successes and a salary range. If you are invited for an interview, we will want to see samples of your writing.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer and offers a full range of benefits.

CLASP seeks a communications manager. The successful candidate will have three to seven years of communications experience and demonstrate an interest in policy issues that affect low-income people and their families. This position reports to the communications director and is ideal for a self-starter who has a broad knowledge of how communications can advance an organization's policy agenda and is interested in helping to expand an organization's communications efforts. The successful candidate will be an excellent writer and editor. He or she will not only be able to edit wonky papers and reports for a policy audience but also will be able to translate complex policy language into prose that is easily accessible for a wide variety of audiences. The candidate also will have broad communications experience, including media relations and experience using new media tools.

The communications manager's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Editing: Edit CLASP publications and ensure all publications adhere to the internal style guide as well as other designated style manuals. (about 20 to 25 percent)

• Communications: Proactively make suggestions when CLASP policy staff work warrants a broader communications strategy (including but not limited to electronic communications, media relations, using new media technologies, etc.) and work with the communications director to develop and implement that strategy. (about 15 percent)

• Website Upkeep: Help to maintain the clasp.org website, including posting and removing content, writing content, offering ideas for how the website can better be used to communicate to various audiences. (about 20 percent)

• Writing: In addition to writing for a media audience, write content for the clasp.org site as well as other materials as assigned by the communications director. (about 15 percent)

Additional qualifications: Applicants should have three to seven years of experience in communications or in a related field such as journalism or public policy. Candidates should have an interest in CLASP-related issues as demonstrated by their prior experience or explained in their cover letter.

Job Brief It is an exciting role with a focus on writing and delivery, but with the opportunity to influence the strategic agenda. It will involve working closely with both the Global HR Director and the CEO. The opportunity is for someone 3-4 days per week.

Job Purpose

Leads the IC function in Synovate to successfully fulfil its purpose and objectives to:

§ Support the delivery of Synovate’s business objectives/priorities through the development and delivery of best in class internal communication practices.

§ Drive the development of the Synovate-wide internal communication strategy and plan and manage its delivery to support the business objectives/priorities and promote engagement of leaders/managers and employees

§ Shape and draft messages and content for CEO and Synovate-wide communications

§ Manage and deliver Synovate-wide communications through relevant internal communication channels, administering and maintaining these channels and any audience distribution

§ Advise and support the Synovate CEO, HR director and SU/BU heads in communicating messages and driving visibility for the business direction, performance, culture/way of working and any change initiatives

§ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language

§ The ability to communicate with and influence internal and external stakeholders

§ Highly effective project management and organisational skills

§ Strong commercial awareness

§ Experience of working in global, multi-cultural organisations that includes IC content and work to people with limited English skills.

§ Strong networking and relationship building skills

For candidates wishing to apply for this role, please send an up to date CV and covering letter to :-

Steve Berry, Head of Global Recruitment at Synovate

Steve.berry@synovate.com

Strictly no agencies

*** From Bill Seiberlich:

My name is Tom Ford and I am chair of the search committee for the Vice President for Marketing, VPM, position at Immaculata University. The VPM is a newly created position that will be responsible for all marketing, public relations, publications, and electronic communication efforts. The job has been posted in the Chronicle of Higher Education and HigherEdJobs.com. If you know anyone who may be interested in pursuing this new and exciting opportunity please ask them to forward their resume directly to me and I will ensure they will be given serious consideration for the position. A copy of the position advertisement is attached. Thank you. / Tom.

Thomas J Ford, EdD

V. P. for Finance and Administration

Immaculata University

34.) Vice President for Marketing, VPM at Immaculata, Immaculata, PA

Immaculata University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Vice President for Marketing.

Immaculata University located 20 miles west of Philadelphia, PA, is a private Catholic comprehensive institution serving approximately 4000 students in its undergraduate and graduate colleges.

Position: The Vice President is responsible for providing strategic and creative direction to the university's marketing efforts. The VP is charged with planning, coordinating, and managing the University's marketing initiatives, utilizing current technology to effectively communicate the University's mission to its constituencies and ensure the overall continuity of institutional brand consistency and image. The VP will be responsible to develop and implement an integrated strategic marketing plan and for the oversight and direction of promotions, market research, and on-line services.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Vice President for Marketing is responsible to:

•Direct all aspects of the marketing and public relations efforts for the university.

•Promote the image of the university and its various programs by using market research data to determine the most effective techniques and approaches for reaching target audiences.

•Collaborate with the Institutional Research office to identify relevant research to support and inform marketing and communication initiatives and document related outcomes.

•Oversee the development of information campaigns to communicate and strengthen the image and reputation of the university.

•Provide creative leadership to develop and implement an integrated strategic marketing plan that enhances the visibility of the University, emphasizing the University's unique brand and fully integrating campus image delivery.

•Collaborate with the Athletics and Recreation Department to support marketing and communication initiatives.

•Monitor all university communications and internally produced publications to ensure consistency in promoting the university's image.

•Develop and effectively manage department and project budgets, re-evaluating their appropriateness based upon strategic objectives.

•Provide leadership to use effectively all current technology in the development, design, implementation, and editorial direction for the electronic web site, digital, and video communications.

•Monitor and assess the appropriateness of emerging communications trends, technologies and strategies and adopt these techniques as appropriate.

•Maintain a close working relationship with the university's Leadership Team.

•Be aware of the various happenings on campus, and provide the necessary marketing and public relations support to university sponsored events.

•Advise the president and other key administrators regarding effective communications strategies on matters of importance to the University.

•Assume responsibility for the maintenance of university-wide graphics standards, production of a wide variety of publications for both internal and external publications and for the University's presence on the web.

•Serve as the chief media contact and university spokesperson for crisis management communications or assign this responsibility as appropriate.

•Minimum of seven years progressively responsible management-level experience in strategic marketing, public relations, and technology working with multiple publics, preferably in higher education.

Applications will be accepted until April 15. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and five professional references. Salary requirement must be included in the cover letter. Responses should be sent electronically to VPsearch@immaculata.edu. EOE

The Director of Marketing and Creative Services will be responsible for strategically integrating and directing the Office of Marketing and Creative Services core functions of advertising, branding, publications, graphic design, print, Web and other electronic communications. The Director will provide oversight for all aspects of the College’s marketing communications efforts to develop, implement, evaluate, and refine a comprehensive marketing communications initiative that promotes the quality of education offered at College of DuPage. The director will lead, motivate, supervise, and evaluate a team of talented professionals to promote a consistent, professional, and future-oriented image for the College.

Requirements:

# A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Communications or related field from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.

# Minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience and excellent understanding of strategic marketing, public relations and/or communications.

# Three to five years of leadership experience in managing professional staff.

# Three to five years of leadership experience in a community college/higher education environment is preferred.

# Experience in brand or product management, social media and Internet marketing.

# Knowledge of current and emerging trends for print, online and outdoor advertising design/production and elements of effective copywriting and editing.

This position is available immediately. Starting salaries are competitive and dependent on education and experience. This is a twelve-month assignment. College of DuPage also offers a generous benefits plan.

Teaching at College of DuPage is enhanced and enlivened through institutional support of faculty creatively engaging in instructional development, research to improve student learning and remaining current in their field of specialty.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. College of DuPage is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff.

To apply, please send an application form, student or photocopies of transcripts, cover letter and resume to College of DuPage, Human Resources, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn IL 60137. Only complete application packets will be given full consideration by the search committee. You may submit your application, cover letter, resume and transcripts online by visiting our website at www.cod.edu/gen_info/hum_res

Administrator Position Description

FUNCTION OF POSITION: The Director of Marketing and Creative Services will be responsible for strategically integrating and directing the Office of Marketing and Creative Services’ core functions of advertising, branding, publications, creative services, and print, Web and other electronic communications. The Director will provide oversight for all aspects of the College’s marketing communications efforts to develop, implement, evaluate, and refine a comprehensive marketing communications initiative that promotes the quality of education offered at College of DuPage. The director will lead, motivate, supervise, and evaluate a team of talented professionals to promote a consistent, professional, and future-oriented image for the College.

DUTIES OF POSITION:

*1. Provide leadership and strategies for the Office of Marketing and Creative Services, responsible for the College’s advertising, marketing and brand development, public and media relations, Web site strategy and development, publications and internal marketing communications.

*2. Develop and implement a strategy for positioning, branding and marketing the College designed to increase student enrollment and awareness of the College’s programs.

*3. Foster a consistent understanding among faculty and staff to ensure internal and external marketing communications meet College branding and messaging standards and goals.

*4. Plan and direct the design, production, and distribution of all major College publications, broadcast, and outdoor advertising strategies and deliverables and print advertising production, and the external, marketing oriented pages of the college website.

*5. Conduct market research to target prospective students for various academic programs.

*7. Measure effectiveness of advertising, messaging, and other strategies in achieving the College’s marketing communications and enrollment goals.

*8. Provide leadership in utilizing data-driven decision making in determining the effectiveness and direction of marketing efforts.

*9. Write and edit for a variety of marketing tools—publications, direct mailings, speeches, letters, e-communications, and the Web—determining the most effective editorial content.

*10. Direct the planning, strategy development, and implementation of the College's annual print and online communications program to ensure all are completed in a timely manner, within budget parameters and meet the intended goals and objectives set forth in the marketing communications plan.

*11. Track and manage changing technologies and trends in publishing, the Internet, marketing, and communications practices, to increase operational efficiencies.

*12. Develop and manage an annual budget/plan for the Office of Marketing and Creative Services in support of the College’s strategic plan and goals.

*14. Oversees the management of all staff and student personnel, including the hiring, development, evaluation and termination of employees. Manage external vendors, and collaborate with external marketing/recruitment agency for online programs.

15. Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION:

Received by Employee: Associate Vice President for Marketing and Enrollment Management

Exercised by Employee: Personnel in the Office of Marketing and Creative Services

EDUCATION:

Required: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field from an accredited college or university.

Preferred: Master’s degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience and excellent understanding of strategic marketing, public relations and/or communications; three to five years experience in managing professional staff.

Preferred: Same as above with three to five years of leadership experience in a community college/higher education environment.

REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:

Experience in brand or product management, social media and Internet marketing and/or similar type of position; demonstrated creative thinker in developing editorial content and solutions to marketing communication challenge; self-starter with excellent project management abilities that can inspire and direct others in their work; demonstrated leadership, management, administrative and supervisory skills to motivate and build staff competencies; producing advertising campaigns and managing people, projects, and budgets; strong interpersonal skills, able to work well alone, one-on-one, or as part of a larger team; experience high levels of creativity and discretion; and an ability to foster teamwork.; appreciation for a student-centered environment that provides multiple degrees in a variety of learning formats, including on campus and online; relevant experience working with and marketing to diverse populations; proven ability to multi-task, balance multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines; proven positive work ethic and professional attitude; and knowledge of current and emerging trends for print, online and outdoor advertising design and production; and elements of effective copywriting and editing.

54.) Public Relations-Seeking Pharmaceutical SAE Who Is Ready To Be Promoted To An Account Supervisor. UK PR Firm, New York, NY

Our client is a UK-headquartered healthcare public relations firm with a growing U.S. presence. While other public relations firms have been contracting, our client has grown 100% in 2009 and rapid growth is expected in 2010! To keep up with their expansion, they are looking to add an Account Supervisor in their office in midtown Manhattan. This is an agency where you can rise fast, have high visibility, help build their U.S. operation, and be well-compensated.

The Account Supervisor at our client is NOT merely another account position. It is considered the beginning of the transition from mostly doing – to thinking, doing and leading and to begin developing individual areas of specialty and strengths, such as outstanding writing, powerhouse media and social media relations impact, expert knowledge of key business sectors and client service excellence. The Account Supervisor should be able to understand client business issues at a business level and be capable of providing executive level counsel to senior client executives. You are expected to be a compelling presenter, public speaker and new business contributor. Your experience and judgment must be mature enough to work with less direct supervision, while proactively seeking agency executive input when warranted

Responsibilities:

*The successful day-to-day managing the execution of communications for a variety of healthcare clients (including team planning, financial forecasting, budgeting), with guidance from senior executives.

*Self-starter who is able to work within an entrepreneurial environment

*Strong organizational and project management skills.

*Proven writing, planning and traditional / social media execution.

As you can tell, our client has given a lot of thought into what they want in this individual and how they will help grow their career. This is your chance to join an independent, entrepreneurial, profitable global communications firm. Reports to Vice President and Managing Supervisor and you will manage three people when you start. People are vivacious, outgoing and like to talk.

Ideally looking for a Senior Account Executive who is ready to be promoted to an Account Supervisor or someone who recently became an Account Supervisor. Might be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move from the pressures of a big pr agency environment to a friendly smaller pr agency.

To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:

barry@peterbellassociates.com

Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position. But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.

Research assistant is needed for the seabird telemetry project of the Bering Sea Integrated Ecosystem Research Program at St. Paul Island, Pribilofs, Alaska. The duration for the position is between June 20 and August 30, 2010. Work duties during the nesting season include capturing/recapturing thick-billed murres and black-legged kittiwakes for attaching GPS, data loggers and geolocators, collecting blood and diet samples, doing behavioral observations, and data entry.

Candidates must be in good physical condition, have a strong interest in both seabird and foraging behavior, be willing to live on remote islands, and spend several hours observing birds in cold conditions. Previous experience with ATVs, bleeding and processing of blood samples, handling/capturing birds (noose poles, snare traps), fish identification and behavioural observations is preferred. A stipend of $2,500/month, plus travel costs within US and food expenses in the field are provided. If interested, please send resume, contact information of references (email/phone) and a cover letter to Rosana Paredes at mailto:u92rp@mun.ca.

Applications will be considered until positions are filled, early applications are preferred.

Rosana Paredes, Ph.D.

Post-doctoral Research Associate

Oregon Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit Department of Fisheries and Wildlife

104 Nash Hall

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR 97331-3803

Phone/fax: (250) 652 0717

E-mail: u92rp@mun.ca

*** Weekly Piracy Report:

03:03: 2010: 2300lt : port of Monrovia, Liberia.

While crew were busy during final stages of cargo operations robbers broke into galley and stole ship stores and provisions. The PFSO was notified but no action taken. The vessel was attacked on three more occasions before she sailed out. Additionally during final stowaway search the crew found five stowaways hiding in the rudder trunk.

Pirates armed with guns in two small skiffs and one large skiff attempted to attack a fishing vessel. Crew raised alarm, informed coalition forces and secured themselves inside the vessel. Security team took their position to resist the attack. A maritime patrol aircraft and two French helicopters arrived at the location and the pirates aborted the attempt.

Pirates in five skiffs, approached a bulk carrier from the port quarter, port bow and stbd bow with intent to board. Ship raised alarm, sent distress messages, took evasive manoeuvres and fired rocket flares to warn other ships. Coalition forces were contacted and a warship was dispatched. After 35 minutes, the pirates aborted the attempted attack due to the crew alertness. Crew noticed six armed pirates in two skiffs. The other three skiffs there were about three to four pirates.

Two pirates in different boats chased and attempted to board a chemical tanker underway. Master carried out evasive manoeuvres, mustered all crew and started water spray. Master contacted a coalition warship and the warship provided assistance. No injuries to crew and no damage to ship.

02.03.2010: 0345 UTC: Posn: 12:38.4N – 044:47.4E, Gulf of Aden.

Four pirates in a skiff chased and attempted to board an oil tanker underway. Master carried out evasive manoeuvres and fire hoses were activated. After about one hour of chasing the pirates aborted the attempted.

Five pirates in a skiff approached a chemical tanker underway and attempted to board her. Master raised alarm, took evasive manoeuvres and contacted coalition forces for assistance. Pirates aborted the attack due to the evasive manoeuvres and anti-piracy measures taken by the ship.

D/O onboard a product tanker noticed on radar two crafts sailing parallel to the tanker. The crafts then started approaching the vessel. Alarm raised and crew mustered on bridge. Anti piracy measures including use of floodlights to track the crafts and recorded sounds of dogs barking activate. Master took evasive manoeuvres, increased speed and transmitted mayday messages. A naval vessel announced that they are proceeding to the location. At 0415 LT, the crafts aborted the attack.

*** Defense Career Opportunities Newsletter, “DEFCON-1,” is a free

networking newsletter featuring job opportunities and career advice for

those who are part of the global defense, aerospace, maritime, marine

technology and security industry. Sign up for free by sending a blank

email to DCO-subscribe@topica.com.

*** Musical artist of the week: Lady Ga Ga

*** Ball cap of the week: Matsumoto Shave Ice, Haleiwa

*** T-shirt of the week: NII Holdings (Thanks to Angelo Ioffreda)

*** Coffee Mug of the week: Novotel Al Dana Resort

*** Here’s what you need to do to change your JOTW email address. I cannot do this for you. Send a blank email from your OLD account to JOTW-unsubscribe@topica.com. Then, send a blank email from your NEW account to JOTW-subscribe@topica.com.

*** This is your Job of the Week e-mail newsletter, a cooperative

service of professional communicators providing mutual support to one

another. The JOTW serves 11,479 professional communicators.

Your cooperation is requested. Please send job opportunities to share

with all JOTW members to lundquist989@cs.com.

To subscribe, or to add a new e-mail address for your subscription, send

a blank e-mail to:

JOTW-subscribe@topica.com.

To unsubscribe: JOTW-unsubscribe@topica.com.

To change your address, do both. I can't do it for you.

You are welcome to distribute this to fellow communicators. You are

welcome to look at the previous issues. To read this list on the web,

please visit:

http://www.topica.com/lists/JOTW/read or www.nedsjotw.com.

This newsletter is published by:

Edward H. Lundquist, ABC

7813 Richfield Road

Springfield, VA 22153

U.S.A.

+1 703 455-7661

lundquist989@cs.com

www.nedsjotw.com

“If a nation values anything more than freedom, it will lose its freedom; and the irony of it is that if it is comfort or money that it values more, it will lose that, too.”

– W. Somerset Maugham

“If the First Amendment means anything, it means that a state has no business telling a man, sitting alone in his own house, what books he may read or what films he may watch.”

Join more than 1,400 communication professionals from 40 countries at IABC's 2010 World Conference, happening 6–9 June in Toronto. Keynoters include Guy Kawasaki and the Kielburger brothers. Visit http://www.iabc.com/wc for program details and online registration.